Sparkling Lavender Lemonade

Quench your thirst this summer with a vibrant Sparkling Lavender Lemonade! This refreshing drink combines the zest of fresh lemons with the calming essence of lavender, making it perfect for any occasion. Discover how to create your own lavender simple syrup and explore fun variations to customize your lemonade. Impress your friends and family with this delightful, non-alcoholic drink. Click through for the full recipe and tips to elevate your summer gatherings!

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)

1/2 cup lavender simple syrup (recipe below)

4 cups sparkling water (chilled)

1/4 cup fresh lavender buds (optional, for garnish)

Lemon slices (for garnish)

Ice cubes

Lavender Simple Syrup Ingredients:

1 cup water

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup dried culinary lavender

Instructions

Prepare the Lavender Simple Syrup:

- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar.

- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.

- Once dissolved, remove from heat and add the dried culinary lavender.

- Cover and let it steep for about 15-20 minutes for the flavors to infuse.

- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove lavender buds and allow it to cool completely.

Make the Lemonade:

- In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and lavender simple syrup, stirring well to mix.

Add Sparkle:

- Slowly pour in the chilled sparkling water to the lemonade mix, stirring gently to combine. Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more lavender syrup if desired.

Serve:

- Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the sparkling lavender lemonade over the ice.

- Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh lavender buds if using.

Enjoy:

- Refresh yourself with this delightful sparkling lavender lemonade that brings a taste of spring to your glass!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 6-8 glasses